'Johnson, a first-round pick by the Sabres in 2019, was called upon to play 41 games for the Sabres last season as a first-year pro following a four-year collegiate career with the University of Minnesota. It was an early introduction to the professional habits and day-in, day-out intensity that come with professional hockey.' … [Read more...] about Practice Report | Johnson skates alongside Byram, talks season so far with Rochester
The Sabres Report - Dec 9, 2024
The Sabres Report - Dec 8, 2024
Sabres' sixth straight loss raises more questions about roster's ability to contend
'“I believe in the people in our room, and I wouldn’t say that if I didn’t know the opportunity we have. His players didn’t give the fan base any reason to believe with their performance Saturday afternoon.' … [Read more...] about Sabres’ sixth straight loss raises more questions about roster’s ability to contend
Inside the NHL: Eden's Alex Iafallo adjusts to a new life on and off the ice in Winnipeg
'This is the final season of Iafallo's four-year, $16 million contract he signed with the Kings in 2021, so there's plenty of time for this season to play out before he and the Jets have to make a decision about his future or free agency.' … [Read more...] about Inside the NHL: Eden’s Alex Iafallo adjusts to a new life on and off the ice in Winnipeg
Reeling Sabres fall apart, lose to Utah: ‘Mentally one of the weakest games’
'In a downright embarrassing effort, they endured a 5-2 shellacking from noted NHL heavyweight Utah Hockey Club.' … [Read more...] about Reeling Sabres fall apart, lose to Utah: ‘Mentally one of the weakest games’
Injured Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin still being evaluated
'Meanwhile, Ruff said winger Jordan Greenway (mid-body) and defenseman Mattias Samuelsson “are both real close” to returning from their respective injuries.' … [Read more...] about Injured Sabres captain Rasmus Dahlin still being evaluated
Sunday's Utah Coverage
Utah Hockey Club brings the boom in win over Buffalo Sabres (Salt Lake City Deseret News) Utah Hockey Club shows its depth in win over Buffalo Sabres (Salt Lake Tribune) Tourigny wins 100th game as Utah HC beats Buffalo, 5-2 (KTVX-TV) The Hat Trick: Utah Overwhelms Buffalo As Kesselring Records Gordie Howe Hat-Trick (KSL-TV) Photo gallery (Sabres.com) … [Read more...] about Sunday’s Utah Coverage
This time it counted: Souris product Tyson Kozak scores in second NHL game
'In the stands cheering him on was his mom, Michelle. “Oh my Jesus,” she texted to the Winnipeg Sun after the game. “I knew this one counted, no recall. So happy I was there to see it.”' … [Read more...] about This time it counted: Souris product Tyson Kozak scores in second NHL game
Michael Kesselring scores as Utah beats the Buffalo Sabres 5-2
'A day after general manager Kevyn Adams spoke about how the lack of palm trees and higher taxes in New York made it difficult to convince players to join the Sabres, fans chanted for his firing and booed the team as Utah piled on two more goals in the third period.' … [Read more...] about Michael Kesselring scores as Utah beats the Buffalo Sabres 5-2
Sabres GM's comments on 'no palm trees' and 'taxes' miss mark in Buffalo
'While Adams has brought in some promising young talent, there are blemishes on his resume. "You traded away, within the span of a few months, two of the top five leading scorers in the league, currently, who both won Cups in back-to-back years," Parker said, referring to Jack Eichel and Sam Reinhart. "So tell me about your hardships with taxes and no palm trees."' … [Read more...] about Sabres GM’s comments on ‘no palm trees’ and ‘taxes’ miss mark in Buffalo
Opinion: Players Don't Want To Go To The Sabres Because They Stink. It Has Nothing To Do With Palm Trees And Taxes
'Players, at least the ones who have a choice in these matters, put a high premium on winning potential, stability and how players are treated. And the Sabres have come up short in all three areas at times.' … [Read more...] about Opinion: Players Don’t Want To Go To The Sabres Because They Stink. It Has Nothing To Do With Palm Trees And Taxes
Sabres losing streak at six after loss to Utah
'The Buffalo Sabres lost their sixth straight game with a 5-2 loss to the Utah Hockey Club on Saturday afternoon at KeyBank Center.' … [Read more...] about Sabres losing streak at six after loss to Utah
Sabres show very little in their sixth straight loss
'Honestly it was a pathetic effort as they only had 10 shots on goal through most of the first 40 minutes. Blowing leads is becoming a nightly occurrence and Saturday was no different.' … [Read more...] about Sabres show very little in their sixth straight loss
Spiraling Out of Control: Lack of execution leads to Buffalo Sabres 6th straight loss
'At the end of the day the team’s 6th straight loss which had fans chanting “Fire Adams” and “Where is Terry” falls on one thing. Execution.' … [Read more...] about Spiraling Out of Control: Lack of execution leads to Buffalo Sabres 6th straight loss
Another ugly loss for the Sabres
'The fans who hung around until the end of Saturday’s game at KeyBank Center voiced their frustrations with the Sabres’ worsening slump. They chanted for the firing of general manager Kevyn Adams and whereabouts of owner Terry Pegula as Buffalo’s hockey club slunk further from playoff contention.' … [Read more...] about Another ugly loss for the Sabres
Utah scores 5 unanswered, tops slumping Sabres
'"Getting it out of our zone has been a big deal. We've talked about it, get it out of your zone. We turned two pucks over on two goals, that it's on our tape, and it results in a goal. So, the execution part and us executing at a high level was not good."' … [Read more...] about Utah scores 5 unanswered, tops slumping Sabres